Behavioral Health Tech II — Acute Crisis Care

Arkansas Children's Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for the Acute Crisis Unit. The role is full-time, day shift, Mo/Fr/Sa 7a-7p, with typical starting pay between $15.30 and $19.10 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.

The position emphasizes safety observations, de-escalation, and collaboration with the care team to ensure patient well-being and timely care delivery.

Qualifications

• No formal education requirements as stated in the posting.
• High school diploma or GED is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Maintains documentation of a patient’s mood, mental sharpness, sleeping patterns, eating habits and overall function to support patient and employee safety.
• Maintains direct observation and documentation of patient’s vital statistics.
• Recognizes and reports early signs of escalation to patient care team.
• Communicates effectively with the treatment team to ensure safe, quality care is provided.
• Responds appropriately and safely to dangerous behavior.
• Applies evidence-based de-escalation techniques and strategies.
• Completes patient care (may include V/S, I&O’s, heights, weights, head circumference, ADL’s and other patient care related assignments) in a safe, efficient and timely manner as delegated by licensed nursing staff to the RN.
• Assists with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly patient/department environment.
• Assists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients as directed by licensed staff.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Observation and reporting

De-escalation techniques

Team communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT)

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Mental Health Technician (CMHT)

Registered Behavior Technician (BACB)

Job description

Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for the Acute Crisis Unit. The role is full-time, day shift, Mo/Fr/Sa 7a-7p, with typical starting pay between $15.30 and $19.10 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.

The position emphasizes safety observations, de-escalation, and collaboration with the care team to ensure patient well-being and timely care delivery.